Harrisonburg Wrongful Death LawyerHarrisonburg Wrongful Death Lawyer

Learning that a loved one suffered an unfortunate death because of another person’s recklessness or negligence leaves people feeling traumatized and distressed.

Most people are unsure of what to do or who to turn to for help in seeking justice for the wrongful loss of their loved one.

Working with a trusted Harrisonburg wrongful death lawyer during these painful and complicated times will ease the stress of managing the insurance claim and legal processes during this trying time, allowing you and your loved ones to focus better on your grief and healing.

If an accident caused by another party’s negligence unjustly killed one of your loved ones, contact our team of compassionate attorneys today at Correll Law Firm. Call us at (540) 535-2005, and let us help you navigate this painful time.

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Table of Contents

• Why Should I Hire Correll Law Firm for My Loved One’s Wrongful Death?
• Successful Results for Our Clients
• Wrongful Death Accidents in Harrisonburg
• Common Causes of Wrongful Death
• FAQs About Wrongful Deaths in Harrisonburg
• Work With a Compassionate Wrongful Death Lawyer in Harrisonburg

Why Should I Hire Correll Law Firm for My Loved One’s Wrongful Death?

Discovering a loved one was wrongfully killed because of another party’s negligence leaves most people feeling a deep sense of heartbreak and anger.

Our team of attorneys at Cornell Law Firm understands how challenging and overwhelming the aftermath of the wrongful death of a loved one is for most people.

Beau Correll founded Correll Law Firm in 2009 to focus his passion for the law on helping his local community by providing an unyielding commitment to defending their cases against large insurance companies.

He passionately advocates on his client’s behalf to help deliver justice and fair compensation for their injuries or loved one’s wrongful death caused by another party’s negligence.

Mr. Correll and the Correll Law Firm are respected nationwide and have attracted the attention of large domestic and international media companies such as NBC, CBS Evening News, CNN, Vice News, and BBC.

He strives to be a beacon of light for his clients while they navigate the challenging and complex legal and insurance fields after suffering an injury or wrongful death.

At Correll Law Firm, we start every client relationship with a free consultation. We invite all new clients to a complimentary consultation to learn more about our firm while we listen attentively to their unique situation and desired outcome for their case. Our diligent team will then guide the best path forward for each client’s case.

Call us today to schedule your free consultation with one of our trusted team members at Correll Law Firm.

Successful Results for Our Clients

Our distinguished team at Correll Law Firm knows how upset and overwhelmed most people feel after learning their loved one was wrongfully killed because of another party’s negligence or recklessness.

At Correll Law Firm, we strive to lighten our clients’ stressful load by managing their insurance claim processes and maximizing their chances to recover compensation for the damages caused by their loved one’s loss.

We have successfully recovered millions of dollars in compensation for our clients, including

• $1,000,000 for a motor vehicle crash
• $950,000 for a motor vehicle crash that caused orthopedic injuries
• $475,000 for a motor vehicle crash
• $450,000 for medical malpractice

Our clients often leave us positive reviews expressing gratitude for our dedicated assistance with their cases.

Amanda contacted us when she was recently injured. She appreciated how quick, responsive, and articulate our team members were in their communications and valued how important it was for us to understand her unique situation fully.

Chris was happy with how responsive we were to his needs. We promptly answered every question and concern he had throughout the process. Our friendly approach to his case, matched with our strong and aggressive advocacy in the courtroom, gave him confidence throughout the lengthy settlement process.

Brittany was concerned her medical provider had mistreated her. She tried to seek help from multiple other law firms, but they were not willing to work with her. Our team listened to her situation, provided honest feedback, and set out with determination to help her build her case. She was very pleased with how quickly we delivered positive results on her case, accomplishing more than anticipated.

Contact us today at Correll Law Firm to schedule your free consultation to discuss your case with one of our experienced team members.

Wrongful Death Accidents in Harrisonburg

An unfortunate number of factors can result in a wrongful death in Virginia, making this type of devastating loss more common than most people notice.

Wrongful deaths caused by unintentional injuries or accidents, like a slip-and-fall accident, are a significant contributor to these types of fatalities. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 227,000 people suffered an unintentional death in the United States in one recent year. The CDC reports that unintentional injuries are among the leading causes of death for many age groups. Unintentional injuries are the

• Leading cause of death for people between the ages of one and 44
• Third leading cause of death for those between the ages of 45 and 64
• Fourth leading cause of death for infants younger than one year
• Seventh leading cause of death for people over the age of 65

Wrongful deaths are also often caused by traffic-related accidents. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that 35 people are killed every day from an alcohol-related vehicle accident in the United States, with a total of 13,524 people suffering a fatality from a drunk driving accident in one recent year.

The NHTSA states that 56 percent of drivers who were involved in a serious injury and fatal crash in one recent year tested positive for at least one drug.

The NHTSA also reports that more than 12,150 people were killed by speeding in the United States in one recent year, with this type of reckless driving accounting for an estimated 19 percent of all traffic-related fatalities.

In Virginia, NHTSA reports that an estimated 1,010 fatal vehicle crashes occurred in one recent year, with 15 fatalities occurring in Harrisonburg’s Rockingham County.

An estimated 300 fatalities in Virginia were the result of an alcohol-impaired driver, and another 300 deaths were caused by a speeding accident. In Rockingham County, alcohol-related traffic accidents wrongfully killed five people, while seven individuals were killed in a speeding-related accident.

Contact our team today at Correll Law Firm to schedule your free case evaluation. Let us help you get the justice you deserve for your loved one’s wrongful death in Harrisonburg.

Common Causes of Wrongful Death

Wrongful deaths are tragic situations that result from another party or parties behaving or operating their property or assets in a reckless manner that puts other parties at risk of incurring harm.

A various number of situations can result in an unfortunate wrongful death, including

• Slip-and-fall accidents where a property owner has poorly and unsafely maintained their property
• Impaired driving accidents, including the use of alcohol, illicit drugs, prescription medications, and over-the-counter medications
• Reckless driving accidents, whether the driver is a passenger vehicle, rideshare vehicle, commercial truck driver, or motorcyclist
• Product liability accidents where a product has a defect or manufacturing error that results in a user getting harmed
• Acts of violence, including assault and arson, that result in a person’s unfortunate death

If one of your loved ones has suffered a painful wrongful death, call our team today at Correll Law Firm to get the help you deserve in seeking justice for your unfortunate loss.

FAQs About Wrongful Deaths in Harrisonburg

Can I Recover Compensation for the Wrongful Death of My Loved One?

Discovering the wrongful death of a loved one produces a painful and traumatic experience for most people to manage. They are left with a deep sense of loss and anguish, all while trying to process how this could have happened to their loved one.

You can recover compensation for the damages caused by your loved one’s wrongful death, including 

• Conscious physical pain suffered by your loved one
• Conscious mental distress and anguish suffered by your loved one
• Property damage
• Medical bills
• Funeral expenses
• Lost income and future earnings of your deceased loved one
• Loss of consortium or companionship
• Potential inheritance reduction
• Punitive damages

Contact our compassionate team at Correll Law Firm today, and let us help you recover compensation for the devastating and unfortunate wrongful death of your loved one.

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Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Virginia?

Virginia law states that in the event of a wrongful death in the state, the deceased person’s personal representative is the only entity that can legally bring forth a wrongful death claim on behalf of the deceased.

The state further defines a personal representative as the executor of the decedent’s will or the administrator of their estate.

There is an exception to this law in the event of an unfortunate wrongful fetal death. In that instance, the natural mother may bring forth action on the fetus’s behalf. If the natural mother also dies or becomes disabled, then her estate’s administrator, her guardian, or her personal representative may bring action in pursuit of a wrongful death claim.

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How Do I File a Wrongful Death Claim?

Most people feel lost and distraught while attempting to navigate the painful and distressing aftermath of a loved one’s wrongful death. The thought of pursuing a wrongful death claim alone without professional help often feels overwhelming and confusing.

Working with a trusted and professional wrongful death lawyer in Harrisonburg will help make this stressful and devastating time much easier for you and your loved ones to get through.

It is essential to elicit the help of an attorney as soon as possible after learning of your loved one’s unfortunate wrongful death so that you can meet Virginia’s statute of limitations while seeking justice for your loved one’s devastating loss.

The insurance claim process for wrongful death is complicated and extensive. Many insurance companies will try to minimize or eliminate the compensation they must pay, stalling the process. Insurance companies will also often employ tactics to use the claimant’s words and statements against them while attempting to shift the blame of the accident to the deceased and away from those negligent parties who are responsible.

Working with an assertive and knowledgeable wrongful death lawyer will help you protect your rights during this challenging and complicated time while maximizing your chances of recovering compensation for the unjust death of your loved one.

Your dedicated legal team will fully prepare you and your loved ones for what to expect throughout the complex process, making sure that there are no surprises. They will communicate clearly and effectively throughout the process, promptly answering your questions and addressing any of your concerns.

They will manage the insurance claim on your behalf, including advocating for your justice, filing the initial insurance claim, handling all correspondence with the insurance company and its representatives, receiving and negotiating the settlement offer, and filing a lawsuit if necessary.

Your distinguished legal team will diligently prove the fault of your loved one’s wrongful death lies with the negligent parties responsible and not with your deceased loved one.

Having the help of a skilled and experienced wrongful death attorney will make sure your compensation settlement encompasses all the damages suffered from your loved one’s wrongful death, including conscious physical pain suffered by your loved one, conscious mental distress and anguish suffered by your loved one, property damage, medical bills, funeral expenses, lost income and future earnings of your deceased loved one, loss of consortium or companionship, potential inheritance reduction, and punitive damages.

Call our team at Correll Law Firm today, and let us help you manage this complicated insurance claim process for the wrongful death of your loved one.

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Work With a Compassionate Wrongful Death Lawyer in Harrisonburg

Navigating the traumatic and devastating aftermath of the wrongful death of a loved one is a painful and distressing experience.

Working with a compassionate wrongful death lawyer during this time will allow you and your loved ones to focus better on grieving and mourning the loss of your loved one, knowing that a dedicated legal team is handling your claim.

Call our team at Correll Law Firm today at (540)-269-4811 to schedule your free case consultation. Let us help you receive the justice you deserve for your loved one’s unfortunate wrongful death.

Our Harrisonburg office is conveniently located on South High Street near Hillandale Park.

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Harrisonburg Office

1164 S High St #104,
Harrisonburg, VA 22801, United States

P: (540)-269-4811